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Celebrating Springfield Local Schools’ First
African-American Principal
By Carla Yvette
A celebratory reception
was held August 11 at L’Ambiance
Hall in honor of Rhonda Jemison, newly-appointed principal
of Springfield High School and the first African-American
principal of a Springfield Local School in the district’s
100-plus year history.
Well wishers
gathered to offer congratulations and support at the event
hosted by Mildred Clark. Michael O’Shea, Ed.D, SLS
Superintendent said there’s no doubt that he promoted the
right person. “Rhonda is the right person at the right time.
Her appointment is well deserved,” he noted.
Jemison,
whose career as an educator began with Toledo Public
Schools, brings 21 years experience to her new position.
Jemison said that her experience as an educator for 21 years
is not uncommon, but the richness of her diverse background
is what’s important.
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Springfield Superintendent Mike O'Shea, EdD and Rhonda
Jemison |
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“Having
taught at TPS and experienced the dynamics of that district,
then moving to Bedford for seven years which is a completely
different demographic and now at Springfield which is so
rich in diversity for seven years has enhanced my ability to
deal with everybody and see different perspectives,” she
said.
Guests were
treated to a buffet-style meal as heartfelt sentiments, well
wishes and expressions of appreciation were offered from
friends, family, colleagues. Close friend Robin Reeves
served as mistress of ceremonies and music was provided by
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Mistress of Ceremonies Robin Reeves |
Jemison with her uncle Ron Carter |
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Jemison with SLS students |
Principal Jemison with family members, son Dallas, mother
Mary Carter, son Dawson, uncle Ron Carter and sister Bonita
Jemison |
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James Jacobs and Robin Reeves |
Kevin and Shilease Hofmann |
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Bonita Adams and Ken Newbury |
Diane Luszczewski and Rick Szczygielski |
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Richera Brown honored guests with liturgical dance |
Mildred Clark and Rhonda Jemison |
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Jennifer Simmons and Aaron Woods |
Jim and Geraldine Watson |
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Copyright © 2014 by [The Sojourner's Truth]. All rights reserved.
Revised:
08/16/18 14:12:29 -0700.
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